Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 2 Multi-Tester Review: The best value carbon racing shoe?

The Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 2 is one of three carbon shoes in Puma’s range, along with the Fast-FWD and Fast-R. Of the three the Deviate Nitro Elite 2 is the cheapest and the most versatile, with a fast but more natural ride than the other Puma racers.
How does the Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 2 shape up against the rest of the carbon competition? Run Testers Tom and Nick deliver their verdict here.
Check out our reviews of Puma’s other carbon shoes:
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00:00​​​​ - Intro
00:13 - Design & Key Stats
01:55 - How’s The Fit?
02:20 - The Run Test
08:08 - Verdict & Alternatives
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[@mthuthuzelimsobantu5546]

Ran a half marathon this weekend in the Deviate Nitro Elite 2 straight out of the box, loved it, am sure it'll take me to 42k with little problems, the stack is adequate, ive run Comrades in lower stacked shoes. Forefoot narrow though for my very wide foot, going bigger will make it way too long, i ran sockless, which i have done early on in my running, no blisters.

[@skobodabaws8946]

completed Johnson crane 42km in version 1 lat year , nicely cruising

[@skobodabaws8946]

nice can't wait!1st version been good to me

[@dallob1]

I feel the v1, while underwhelming in comparison to the shoes like the Vaporfly, works better for us runners looking for more stability and whose mechanics might not agree with the super stiff and aggressive plates over the marathon distance. Not to be discounted for the marathon simply because it’s less exciting than the competition!

[@tomh9064]

Totally agree with this :)

[@laurainthehaute918]

Yes I agree with this. The average middle of the pack runner might feel more secure in this one. I’m going to try it, as I love the velocity.

[@ricardoreis3844]

I am opting for non Carbon plated shoes for fast training (in my case Superblast and Tempo Next). Than I cant see how Deviate Nitro Elite 2 could be useful in my rotation. Thanks for other amazing review!

[@haon2205]

I just got a pair at $87 fantastic deal!

[@michaelhawes7185]

I can't wait to get a pair. 😩

[@marcuslockhart4610]

Thanks for the review. I wish they would have left the weight off the upper and put that weight into more of that great nitrogen-infused PEBA foam.

[@davidlynch9049]

Thanks. Think it's heavier because they added a heel counter. Puma is doing old school shoes and thank God someone is. Not everyone wants a fake feeling giant mattress shoe for racing, which includes me. 😊

[@diktromdefilm]

Do you have a versus nitro deviate 2? Have that one and doubting if I should get a new pair or ‘ upgrade’ to the nitro (for interval tempo hill and sprint sessions)

[@jamesotto7884]

So I would use this as a long run speedier training shoe. I have used old alphafly/vaporfly for this but I’m hoping that I get better durability with the puma

[@jassonvoorhees8628]

Hello Nick, I am left with the uncertainty of knowing where the Puma Deviate Nitro 2 are in this comparison. Are they better as a mixed training and competition shoe? Which one do you recommend more for better performance and more training benefits?

[@matthewplampton955]

This shoe has been designed for Hyrox/ hybrid racing in mind, hence the added padding and grip. It's great for that. I personally found them bang average at 4:00km pace, but as soon as I ramped up to sub 3:30km pace the plate came alive and I felt really good in them.

[@kaprikornian1]

Interesting that you say that because I am exactly looking for a shoe to take for my 1st hyrox and I was looking at this one as a strong contender (and the Deviate Nitro 2)

[@matthewplampton955]

@@kaprikornian1 just raced a pro race on these last night. They are Perfect for it. The other popular choice amongst the pros is the Saucony endorphin pros. I have both, but personally prefer the pumas.

[@TheHutchRuns]

I think for the price it is very good value but I picked up a pair of Vaporfly Next% 2 for £101 last year so they will be my cheaper alternative that can train and race

[@kaprikornian1]

Nick, do you think this can be a great value shoe if you are aiming mainly at 10k and working towards AT MOST for a half marathon?

[@dbfonseca2]

good morning. I would like to know if this shoe is suitable for half marathon / marathon and also for short training sessions, such as 5K, 10K. After 3 months, how is its durability? a big hug from Brazil 🇧🇷

[@johndoe3485]

2:00 I need a little more detail on fit please. Is it the same fit in the toe box as the Velocity Nitro 2 or it it slightly wider or narrower? Because to me, my i feel with Puma i always have to go 1/2 up to fit my width of my foot.

[@matthewbrett3135]

Went with a deal on the first version and a 10% discount on top so £76.50, just waiting for those to arrive this week

[@cwd3bon]

Think I've got the same deal!

[@mrstagore]

How does this compare to the asics ds trainer for stability?

[@keepcalmandpushlimits]

Is it the same upper as FAST-R? Do you feel the same tightness? Fast-r make my feet shrink

[@vasilismaroulis1432]

this one or asics gel nimbus 25?which is better?

[@runnin3216]

I wonder how much of the weight gain was from the change in the carbon plate. Not only was the Innoplate forked, but the Pwrplate looks thicker.

[@TheRunTesters]

Yeah that’s a good point

[@kennethmonroe6939]

I have the V1's. I find them good for 5K/10K distances, but nothing more. I ran 9 miles in them recently, and I found myself wishing I had more cushion in the latter miles. I got 2 pairs of the Nike Next % 2's recently for $100 each at a Nike Outlet. I picked up the Adidas Adizero Pro 3 for half price recently as well, and I have the Endorphin Pro 3 too. Cannot justify $200 for the Nitro Elite 2's.

[@TheRunTesters]

The fact so many brilliant older carbon shoes are now discounted is going to make things v tricky for new shoes! Hard to really see a way new shoes can be considerably better

[@yeahhhhh9209]

For a 59 kgs man would you recommend them for a marathon?

[@MateuszPatyk]

3:55 Hey! When did you run in Warsaw? I live there!

[@TheRunTesters]

I (Nick) was there last weekend visiting family :)

[@sotimak6554]

But what’s the best marathon race shoe for heel strikers? Is there any?

[@oktaviu8668]

Alphafly v1

[@lookinforanick]

How do you think it stacks against the Deviate Nitro 2 (the non elite)?

[@TheRunTesters]

Noticeably lighter and quicker, punchier off toes. Nitro non elite comfier and even better grip. A nice two-shoe pair that can cover everything if you don’t need a more cushioned easy shoe

[@dalephillips2879]

What is the stsbility like on this shoe if you overrponate. Im currently in puma forever run.

[@Ssgt2012]

Stability is the too notch for a carbon shoe. 50 times better than vaporfly

[@njsfer]

How do these compare to the Saucony's Speed 2? I have them and I was looking for a faster, more stable shoe but I also wanted durability.

[@robin29991]

I would think the best value carbon racing shoe is a discounted Next% 2.

[@TheRunTesters]

This is the problem for a lot of new shoes to be honest! Even the Vaporfly 3 might struggle compared to a deal on the 2

[@ganchinho]

"fantastic shoe if it works for you"....

[@davidzlotnick1899]

Hi Thanks for the video I’m a usa 10.5 nike and ASICS but 11 in saucony and brooks Where would you say this would fall in sizing ? Thanks !

[@dallob1]

I’m a 10 or 10.5 in ASICS, 10.5 in Saucony and Puma. I’d go your Saucony sizing.

[@askatsawaldi6513]

Give me 1 pairs of this shoe

[@shunsuikyoraku5428]

Brother wtf is a pewma

[@geert574]

Puma is ghetto brand

[@kawagonzo6951]

hello can anyone help me ? im europe 46 in nimbus 24 and I want to buy the puma deviate elite! but cant go to store to try them out!....I want to know if I should stick to my normal 46 or going down to 45!